What We Fund
We believe effective advocacy can persuade leaders to make better choices that center both climate and justice outcomes in transportation.
TransitCenter makes general operating and project-based grants to organizations whose core beliefs and programs align with our mission. We primarily make grants to 501(c)(3) public charities but also make grants to support organizations or projects that work with qualifying fiscal sponsors.
Our Grantmaking Process
TransitCenter’s grants are by invitation only. TransitCenter staff devote much of their time to engaging with people involved in the field, including community leaders, grassroots and grasstops organizations, public sector staff, and field experts to understand the landscape and make funding decisions.
Grantees
TransitCenter supports a diverse set of grantees. View a list of our grantees from 2021-2023.
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